Art Nouveau Turquoise Fringe Necklace
with Knots & Berries in 14k Gold
$ 4,800.00
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An especially lovely, Art Nouveau era fringe necklace, modeled in 14k yellow gold, whose seven drops are set with vibrant, sky-blue, Persian turquoise cabochons. These sweet turquoise berries or buds are crowned with beautifully carved gold calyces. They graduate in size, growing smaller toward the back of the necklace, which is comprised of ornate links— elongated lover's knots that alternate with a simpler, three-part, serpentine form. This is a beautiful, unusual necklace— it is intricate but substantial, and it lays beautifully in wear! The metalwork, here, has fine, stippled textures throughout, and it is finished with a rich, high-color bloom. This necklace closes with a spring ring clasp.
Materials
14k gold
Turquoise
Age
c. 1900
Dimensions
Total wearable length is approx 17 1/4"; central drop measures approx 17.4 x 8.2 mm; central turquoise measures approx 7.3 x 9.5 mm; lover's knot links measure approx 4.5 mm wide x 17.4 mm long.